ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

Research the introduction of any two of the following alien species into the United States and the ecological effect(s) they have had on local plant and animal populations. If the introduction was intended, explain why. If unintended, explain how it occurred. Explain why these species are so invasive. The fire ant Killer Bees I haven't found any information that would give me enough information that I need. Please provide references.

Energy

There are many automobile industries exploring different types of energy supplies other than gasoline. Conduct some research on these alternative fuel sources for automobiles. Discuss 3 alternatives to gasoline for automobiles. Give some detailed background information on one automobile model that uses an alternative fuel source and answer the following questions: 1. Would you consider buying one of these in the future? Why or Why Not? 2. Why do you think there are not more of these vehicles in use?

Importance of Biodiversity

Humans are impacting biodiversity in many different ways. Answer the following in your posts: • What is biodiversity? • What are some of the most biodiverse ecosystems on the globe and how are humans impacting it? • Is maintaining biodiversity essential for human sustainability? • What can be done to maintain today’s current biodiversity levels? • What are non-native species and how do they impact biodiversity? If you having any trouble finding an invasive species here is a nice website with links to invasive species in each state. Check it out: http://www.biodiversitypartners.org/state/index.shtml

Economics and Environmental Laws

How economics plays a role in determining how many and what type of environmental laws are passed. Conduct some research on one environmental law and complete the following: Texas Give a description of your law. Including date the law was passed and any background information that you can find on why this law was passed (what spurred the law). Do you feel that this particular environmental law outweighs the costs? Has this environmental law improved the environment/situation? In your own words, please post a response to the Discussion Board and comment on other postings. You will be graded on the quality of your postings. Instructor Comments: Note: Environmental laws can b... click for more

Global environmental issues

Using authoritative resources, research either global population increases or how best to share the natural resources in our oceans, and answer the following in a 2 – 3-page position paper. If you were a Federal (US) government secretary (maybe the EPA director?) or a delegate to the United Nations in charge of doing something about either global population increases or how to best share the natural resources in our oceans, what would be your recommendations? In your position paper, take a clear stance, supported by evidence that either confirms or questions the importance or urgency of this global issue. Using this evidence, clearly define the background of the issue and your positi... click for more